MediaTek products might get costlier
MediaTek has signalled that prices for its products may rise as demand driven by artificial intelligence (AI) places growing strain on global supply chains, pushing up costs across the semiconductor industry, according to a recent report by Reuters.
4 February 2026, 16:27 PM Tech & Startup
Firefox is rolling out AI controls
Mozilla is introducing a new set of artificial intelligence (AI) controls in its Firefox browser, giving users greater flexibility over how AI features are used while browsing the web.
3 February 2026, 19:08 PM Tech & Startup
NASA delays Artemis II lunar mission
3 February 2026, 18:07 PM Tech & Startup
SpaceX acquires xAI
3 February 2026, 14:57 PM Tech & Startup
Adobe Animate to be discontinued
3 February 2026, 15:13 PM Tech & Startup
Scammers exploit Gmail’s latest update: report
2 February 2026, 15:15 PM Tech & Startup

How to customise ChatGPT's personality

21 December 2025, 06:38 AM Tech & Startup

How to clear cache, cookies, and browsing data

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How to check if your mobile is illegal or not
30 October 2025, 08:50 AM Tech & Startup
How students can get Google Gemini Pro free in 2025
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Is the iPhone 17 worth buying?
10 September 2025, 08:13 AM Tech & Startup
How to spot AI-edited photos
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How to use Google Pay
24 June 2025, 07:13 AM Tech & Startup

Steam owner Valve faces $898 million UK lawsuit

27 January 2026, 16:49 PM Tech & Startup

Ubisoft cancels Prince of Persia remake

24 January 2026, 19:49 PM Tech & Startup
Sega co-founder David Rosen dies at 95
7 January 2026, 11:47 AM Tech & Startup
Here are the top 7 video games we loved in 2025
31 December 2025, 09:34 AM Tech & Startup
AI chip demand could increase gaming console prices
23 December 2025, 05:56 AM Tech & Startup
Indie Game Awards strips winner over AI use
22 December 2025, 06:34 AM Tech & Startup

Explainer / 5G in Bangladesh: What it really means for you

3 September 2025, 16:25 PM Tech & Startup Multimedia
Will DeepSeek become a major competitor to OpenAI?
1 February 2025, 09:05 AM Tech & Startup
Apple Intelligence on iPhone in 5 minutes
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Introducing iPhone 16
10 September 2024, 10:32 AM Tech & Startup
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25 April 2024, 15:00 PM Youth Multimedia

Realme GT5 240W: The ultra-fast charging powerhouse

Realme GT5 240W is undoubtedly a powerful phone, which ticks a lot of the right boxes when it comes to modern flagships. Let's take a look at how this phone - deemed one of the fastest charging phones in the market right now - feels to try out.
4 November 2023, 12:17 PM

Elon Musk unveils new ChatGPT rival Grok

Elon Musk's newest artificial intelligence startup, xAI, has revealed their first AI model, an AI-based chatbot, in an announcement made by Musk on his official X account. Named Grok, the AI chatbot seemingly functions similarly to ChatGPT, being able to answer questions asked by users based on information generated from large-language models.
4 November 2023, 09:54 AM

Jobs of the week

Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
3 November 2023, 18:00 PM

From projects to promotions: Teamwork skills that drive career growth

From projects to group assignments to meeting deadlines, knowing how to work in a team setting can make or break your professional success. Whether you are new at your job or an experienced professional, it is important to brush up on the essential know-how of ensuring good teamwork in a modern work environment.
3 November 2023, 18:00 PM

What is TakaPay card and how does it work?

TakaPay is Bangladesh's inaugural local currency card, recently unveiled by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. But what exactly is TakaPay? Let's explore this payment system and its potential benefits, including the card's practical aspects and an overview of what it is and how it works.
1 November 2023, 14:09 PM

Government offices to offer internships for graduates

Bangladeshi graduates and postgraduates will now be allowed to intern at government, semi-government, autonomous, and private institutions, as per the new ‘Internship Policy 2023’ issued by the Ministry of Public Administration.
1 November 2023, 13:14 PM

YouTube begins global crackdown on adblockers

YouTube, the popular video-sharing platform, has begun enforcing a stricter policy against users with adblockers, in which video playback is being blocked unless the adblocker is disabled. While the policy was first addressed by YouTube in June this year, the platform has recently "launched a global effort" to discourage the use of adblockers and have users subscribe to YouTube Premium.
1 November 2023, 10:48 AM

Siemens and Microsoft jointly working on generative AI

Multinational tech company Siemens has recently announced a collaboration with tech giant Microsoft in jointly working on a new AI-based project. In the 'Siemens Industrial Copilot scheme', the two companies will be working together to use generative AI for the manufacturing, transportation, and healthcare industries.
1 November 2023, 10:21 AM

Bangladeshi startup Dark Kak wins award at She Loves Tech 2023

Dark Kak, a Bangladeshi tech startup that works with Augmented Reality (AR) with the Internet of Things (IoT), has won an award for their upcoming project ‘Smart Jewellery’. The award, titled ‘Catalyzing Women’s Entrepreneurship Award’, was presented by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission of Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP) at the She Loves Tech 2023 conference held at the Fairmont Hotel in Singapore. Dark Kak was entitled to a 15,000 USD cash prize from UN ESCAP and She Loves Tech.
31 October 2023, 11:23 AM

Apple unveils new M3 chips, upgraded iMac, faster MacBooks

Apple's Scary Fast event on Tuesday unveiled some of the tech giant's most awaited innovations for 2023, with the MacBook Pro and iMac taking centre stage. Here's a quick roundup of the biggest announcements from today's event.
31 October 2023, 04:17 AM

Investment in Bangladeshi startups sees significant decline

The local startup scene is experiencing notable downward shifts in funding trends, even as the global startup ecosystem indicates slight growth. On a global scale, startup investments have risen marginally by 7%, totalling a formidable USD 73 billion in the third quarter of this year. But funding in Bangladesh plummeted to a mere USD 4.0 million in Q3 2023, a drastic 77% decline in comparison to the same period last year. This trend was revealed in the recently released Bangladesh Startup Investment Report for Q3 2023 by LightCastle Partners.
31 October 2023, 03:48 AM

14-year-old awarded for inventing soap that may cure skin cancer

A groundbreaking invention by a 14-year-old student in the United States has earned him the title of "America's top young scientist." Heman Bekele, a ninth-grader hailing from Annandale, Virginia, has developed a unique bar of soap with the potential to aid in the treatment of melanoma. This type of skin cancer is diagnosed in approximately 100,000 individuals in the United States annually and is responsible for nearly 8,000 deaths each year.
30 October 2023, 11:45 AM

Counter-Strike in Bangladesh: a retrospective

Fans of all ages will agree that Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, or CSGO in short, was a hit in Bangladesh. However, unbeknownst to many of the newer generation is the history and extent of the franchise’s popularity in Bangladesh, which roots back nearly two decades.
30 October 2023, 07:59 AM

Avik Anwar secures double win in Round 1 of Gulf Pro Car Championship

Avik Anwar from Bangladesh has secured first place in both races of Round 1 at the Gulf Pro Car Championship 2023-24. The event was held at the Yas Marina F1 track in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
29 October 2023, 15:27 PM

7 Bangladeshi firms on Bloomberg's sustainability list

Seven Bangladeshi firms have secured a place on Bloomberg's sustainability list, joining over 16,000 global corporations. These firms were placed on the highly prestigious list based on their strong performance in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) areas. The firms are: Grameenphone, British American Tobacco (BAT) Bangladesh, Marico Bangladesh, BRAC Bank, IDLC Finance, Square Pharmaceuticals, and Walton Hi-Tech Industries.
29 October 2023, 11:53 AM

Xiaomi Pad 6: Balancing price and performance

Finding a device that balances performance, aesthetics, and price can be a challenge in today's saturated gadget market. Enter the Xiaomi Pad 6: a tablet that not only promises top-tier specs but does so without burning a hole in your pocket. Join us as we delve deeper into what makes the Pad 6 stand out in a crowded field.
29 October 2023, 10:03 AM

X, formerly Twitter, launches two new Premium tiers

X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has recently launched two new Premium subscription tiers: Basic and Premium+. As per the platform, the new Premium+ tier is intended for users who wish to experience the microblogging app without any ads.
29 October 2023, 09:15 AM

Starlink to provide communication support to aid groups in Gaza: Elon Musk

Elon Musk, CEO of the American spacecraft and satellite company SpaceX, has recently said that the company's Starlink internet connection will provide communication support to international aid groups in Gaza during the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
29 October 2023, 08:34 AM

How emerging businesses can harness the power of short videos

In a world where goldfish-like attention spans prevail, businesses that prioritise short-form content and reels are poised to surge ahead of the competition. To many, embracing short video marketing is no longer a choice but a necessity to conquer the digital realm. Let's take a closer look into the intricacies of the short video revolution that has proven to be a highly effective marketing tool for Bangladeshi businesses in recent times.
28 October 2023, 05:02 AM

A tale of teamwork and determination: Kral’s Council, MLBB Champion of D1 Cup S2

In September this year, local fans and gamers were treated to the "country's largest" esports tournament, the Discovery One Cup Season 2. There, in the Mobile Legends (MLBB) section - competing against over 120 teams - the group called 'Kral's Council' emerged victorious, earning a cash prize of BDT 6 lakh. In an exclusive interview with 'Kral's Council', we delve into their journey, their triumphs, and the passions that drive them to excel in a rapidly evolving world and what is next for them. 
28 October 2023, 04:54 AM